Bumphead Parrotfish
Bumphead Parrotfish

Bumphead Parrotfish

Bolbometopon muricatum

The largest parrotfish; uses its prominent green forehead to headbutt live coral loose before consuming it.

Depth range
0–40 m / 0–131 ft
Conservation status
Vulnerable

Reef Fish · Parrotfish

Red Sea Indian Ocean Indonesia & Philippines Thailand Australia South Pacific